# Para vs Narc

The clearest difference is rating: Narc at 4.6 against Para's 3.9. Narc also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Para sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month and Narc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Narc holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 9 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Para ships an update fortnightly, Narc every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Para | Narc |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/para-screen-time-control/id6751147029/reviews) | **[4.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narc-screen-time-controls/id6759991855/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **9** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pilas Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833675924) | [Silt Labs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1882163386) |

## What reviewers say

### Para

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/para-screen-time-control/id6751147029)

This app uses a social contract to help you break bad app habits. Your friends act as gatekeepers, controlling access to apps you want to block. You must request permission from them to regain access, fostering genuine accountability.

**Highlights:** Friend-gated app blocking, Accountability through friends, Screen time stats and trends, Streaks and time-saved tracking, QR code and SMS friend invites

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Para Supporter $1 | $1.00 | per month |
| Pantalla Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Para Supporter $5 | $5.00 | per month |
| Para Supporter $10 | $10.00 | per month |
| Para Supporter $15 | $15.00 | per month |
| Para Supporter $20 | $20.00 | per month |
| Pantalla Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |


### Narc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/narc-screen-time-controls/id6759991855)

This app helps you manage screen time by creating accountability with trusted friends or family. Set limits on apps and websites, and send requests for unlocks when you need access, turning digital discipline into a shared effort.

**Highlights:** Block apps, sites, and categories, Scheduled and on-demand lock-in, Send unlock requests for approval, Track streaks and time saved, Invite trusted people to your Court

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Snitch Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Snitch Pro | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Para free?

Para is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Narc free?

Narc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Para or Narc?

Narc is rated higher. Para averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Narc averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.

### Do Para or Narc have ads?

Both Para and Narc show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Para or Narc?

Para ships an update fortnightly, and Narc every 4 days. Most recently, Para was updated on October 28, 2026 and Narc on October 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*